I am not quite sure how the “monster” was created, but Selina and Sophia both expect that every time they walk into a store they should be walking out with whatever their hearts desire. Well, all spring Tired Dad Paul and I have been avoiding taking our girls into stores with us, just so we [...]
Who hasn’t been frustrated when their child starts a temper tantrum and carries on, and on, and on? Sometimes even after the actual temper tantrum itself has run it’s course and/or slowed down the crying seems to continue forever. She didn’t want to wear her hat. With Kora and Logan only being 5 and 4, [...]
Do you ever get a case of the “Should Be’s?” – I should be doing the dishes. – I should be mowing the lawn. – I should be _____________ (list any other mind numbing household chore you detest doing). I hate the “Should Be’s.” They take all the fun out of life. Instead of allowing [...]
Not too long ago I read and reviewed, You’re Not the Boss of Me by Betsy Brown Braun. I was so impressed by the book that as soon as I finished it I started the author’s earlier book, Just Tell Me What to Say: Sensible Tips and Scripts for Perplexed Parents. I’m happy to say [...]
I attended a preschool talk recently where a really wonderful handout was passed out. We were talking about staying positive with children and not always focusing on the things they are doing wrong. The handout lists words and phrases we can use to praise our children for making the right choices rather than yelling at [...]
I won’t even hesistate when I tell you Betsy Brown Braun has written one of the best parenting books I’ve ever read. You’re Not the Boss of Me: Brat-Proofing Your 4- to 12- Year Old offers sage, but simple, advice for raising respectful, honest, and independent children. The book provided many lightbulb moments for me because it clearly [...]
Since becoming a stay-at-home mom, I’ve realized there are a number of things in life I never fully appreciated before I had kids. I had a simple life once, it included: Relaxing Showers that were long enough for me to shampoo AND condition my hair without one or more preschoolers charging into the bathroom screaming [...]
There are times I think I suck as a parent. I want my children to have a patient, understanding, positive role model as a mother. Unfortunately, when I lie my head on my pillow at night and review the days events I usually come up short. I remember the moments where Logan’s whining sounded like [...]
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